Friday Night Dialogues, meet audiobook narrator Gerard Doyle who has won numerous AudioFile Earphones Awards at 7 p.m. at the Shelter Island Library. Join to hear about the art of narration from one of the best in the business. (631) 749-0042.

Messiah Sing, the Shelter Island Community Chorus is hosting the Fourth Annual Handel’s Messiah Sing at 3 p.m. at the Shelter Island Presbyterian Church. Featuring 11 choruses and a number of solos sung by guest singers, led by conductor Suzanne Nicoletti and accompanied by two pianos and by the organ for the Hallelujah Chorus. Light refreshments will follow in the Community Room. Details: Peter Vielbig, (609) 306-1114 or email lcru[email protected]

MONDAY, JANUARY 14

Mystery book club, at the Shelter Island Library discusses “Full Dark House” by Christopher Fowler at 5 p.m. Police detectives Arthur Bryant and John May of the Peculiar Crimes Unit, have been partners for decades. When Bryant is blown up in an explosion at headquarters, May is reminded of the day the detectives first met as young men. (631) 749-0042.

Board meeting, Shelter Island Library, 7 p.m. (631) 749-0042.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15

Super Bowl snacks, it’s time to make crowd-pleasing dishes to enjoy as you cheer on your team at 5:30 at the Shelter Island Library. Try foods fit for an epic celebration.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17

Resolutions, “Beyond Resolutions: Tips for Creating Lasting Change” with Jeanne Marie Merkel at the Shelter Island Library from 6 to 7:30 p.m. In this experiential workshop, Ms. Merkel, a Certified Life Transition Coach, will share tips for creating lasting change, and guide participants in creating a plan of action for realizing a personal goal. Free, registration required. (631) 749-0042.

Blood drive, from 2 to 8 p.m. at EMS Headquarters on Manwaring Road. Each pint of blood can help as many as three patients. For an appointment, call Judy Meringer at (631) 749-0291 or email [email protected] Walk-ins are welcome.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 18

Documentary,the Shelter Island Library will screen the documentary “Always at the Carlyle: New York’s Most Glamorous (and Discreet) Hotel” at 7 p.m. The film brings to life the untold stories of the legendary New York hotel from its own employees and top guests like George Clooney, Anthony Bourdain, Anjelica Huston and more. Critic Richard Roeper wrote: “[An] insightful and occasionally revealing look at the 88-year-old Manhattan institution where the rich and famous enjoy being rich and famous.” Admission is free, but donations are sincerely appreciated. Details: (631) 749-0042.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 19

Classics book club, discusses “Our Mutual Friend” by Charles Dickens at 11 a.m. at the Shelter Island Library. Dickens’ last novel, about the corrupting influence of money, is a biting satire of social analysis. The savage economic inequality of 1860s London provides the backdrop to one of Dickens’ most sophisticated works.

Bluegrass concert, Sylvester Manor’s 2019 concert series kicks off with the Slocan Ramblers Bluegrass Winter Concert from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. This bluegrass band is rooted in tradition, fearlessly creative and possesses a bold, dynamic sound. The concert will take place at Shelter Island School and admission is $25 to $40. sylvestermanor.org.

MONDAY, MARCH 11

Board meeting, Shelter Island Library, 7 p.m. (631) 749-0042.

MONDAY, APRIL 8

Board meeting, Shelter Island Library, 7 p.m. (631) 749-0042.

MONDAY, MAY 13

Board meeting, Shelter Island Library, 7 p.m. (631) 749-0042.

MONDAY, JUNE 10

Board meeting, Shelter Island Library, 7 p.m. (631) 749-0042.

MONDAY, JULY 8

Board meeting, Shelter Island Library, 7 p.m. (631) 749-0042.

MONDAY, AUGUST 12

Board meeting, Shelter Island Library, 7 p.m. (631) 749-0042.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

Board meeting, Shelter Island Library, 7 p.m. (631) 749-0042.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 21

Board meeting, Shelter Island Library, 7 p.m. (631) 749-0042.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18

Board meeting, Shelter Island Library, 7 p.m. (631) 749-0042.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 9

Board meeting, Shelter Island Library, 7 p.m. (631) 749-0042.

MEETINGS

(At Town Hall unless otherwise noted)

January 12: Dering Harbor Board meeting, Village Hall, 9 a.m.

January 14: Second school budget meeting followed by monthly Board of Education meeting in BOE conference room, 6 p.m.